November 21, 2023
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and delicious food. However, if you aren't feeling up to spending hours in the kitchen this year, Alachua County has got you covered. Several restaurants in the county will be open on Thanksgiving Day and ready to serve a variety of options to suit every palate. From Vietnamese delights at Red Rice Kitchen to the classic charm of Cracker Barrel, here are some more options for a hassle-free Thanksgiving celebration.
If you're craving traditional turkey and ham dinners (alongside Italian cuisine) Pomodoro's Cafè will be serving just that from 11am-6pm. If you're looking for a full three-course Thanksgiving meal, Paramount Grill will be open from 1pm-6pm.
For a buffet-style Thanksgiving, head to Covey Kitchen + Cocktails and enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner buffet from 11am-8pm! Or, head to Farmhouse 1906 for their Thanksgiving buffet from 11am-10pm, featuring traditional turkey, roast beef, or ham.
Looking for take-out Thanksgiving? Mi Apa offers both its regular menu and special takeout Thanksgiving meal option that feeds up to 10 people and includes all the holiday essentials. Metro Diner also offers the ability to pre-order a Thanksgiving feast for easy pickup!
Other locations open on Thanksgiving include Red Rice Kitchen, Mildred's Big City, Cracker Barrel, The Great Outdoors, Perkins, and Haile Village Bistro. If all else fails, stick to tradition with Waffle House's regular menu, available 24/7.
This Thanksgiving, let the professionals handle the cooking while you focus on creating lasting memories with people you love.
